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Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Short-Haired Collie or Ormskirk Terrier or Little Blue Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Smooth Collie Lancashire Heeler Australian Shepherd
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Short-Haired Collie Ormskirk Terrier
Ormskirk Heeler
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd?
Large Small Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Lancashire Heeler? Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) 6-13 pounds (3-6 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd? Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) 10-12 inches (25-31 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 11 inches (28 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $600-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd?
Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd intelligence:
Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.
Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Lancashire Heeler dogs are quite easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd?
Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Lancashire Heeler dogs are average watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Lancashire Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd? Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Clever
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Lancashire Heeler dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd?
High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Lancashire Heeler dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Lancashire Heeler dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Lancashire Heeler is strong enough to escape from home.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Lancashire Heeler dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:
The Smooth Collie is a playful breed.
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The Lancashire Heeler is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd?
Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Lancashire Heeler barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Smooth Collie indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Lancashire Heeler breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.

Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Lancashire Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd?
Smooth Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Lancashire Heeler bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Lancashire Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Lancashire Heeler dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd?
The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Lancashire Heeler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Cataracts
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Collie Eye Anomaly
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Reverse Sneezing
Lens Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Lancashire Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Collie, Lancashire Heeler and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Lancashire Heeler: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd? Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Lancashire Heeler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Lancashire Heeler dogs have an average exercise need.
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd?
Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Lancashire Heeler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Lancashire Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:
Dense
Thick
Flat
Dense Feathered
Colors
What are the original Smooth Collie, Lancashire Heeler and Australian Shepherd color?
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Black
Tan
Brown
Liver
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd? Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Lancashire Heeler doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd? Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or {name3 shedding:
Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Lancashire Heeler dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd?

Medium

The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Lancashire Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Lancashire Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Lancashire Heeler dogs are generally with other pets.
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Lancashire Heeler dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd?
Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Lancashire Heeler dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd?
Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Lancashire Heeler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd?
Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Lancashire Heeler dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd?
Yes
Smooth Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Lancashire Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Lancashire Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Lancashire Heelers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Smooth Collie or Lancashire Heeler or Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd?

Not really

Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Lancashire Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Smooth Collie and Lancashire Heeler and Australian Shepherd have?
4-8 puppies 2-5 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7

Smooth Collie vs Lancashire Heeler vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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